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[Tuberculosis sequelae: pathological findings].

Y Kawabata1, K Iwai

  • 1Division of Pathology, Research Institute of Tuberculosis, Japan Anti-Tuberculosis Association, Tokyo.

Kekkaku : [Tuberculosis]
|December 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Tuberculosis sequelae can lead to chronic lung failure, cor pulmonale, and secondary Aspergillus infections in remaining cavities. These conditions, along with terminal pneumonia, represent serious outcomes of post-tuberculosis lung disease.

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Area of Science:

  • Pulmonary Pathology
  • Medical Microbiology

Context:

  • Tuberculosis sequelae represent significant long-term health challenges.
  • Understanding the pathological basis of these sequelae is crucial for patient management.

Purpose:

  • To clarify the nature and pathogenesis of tuberculosis sequelae through pathological examination.
  • To identify serious consequences and risk factors associated with these sequelae.

Summary:

  • Autopsy cases (n=21) were analyzed, categorizing sequelae into low lung function subgroup (LLFS) and non-low lung function subgroup (NLLFS).
  • Common lesions included bilateral fibrotic cavities and atelectatic indurations. Secondary changes like emphysema and bullae were noted.
  • Aspergillus infection in cavities occurred in 11 cases, with 2 leading to death from necrotizing pneumonia. Chronic lung failure with cor pulmonale and terminal infections were identified as serious outcomes.

Impact:

  • Highlights the severe respiratory and cardiac complications of tuberculosis sequelae.
  • Identifies secondary Aspergillus infections as a critical, potentially fatal, complication.
  • Provides insights into the pathogenesis of lung function decline and associated morbidities post-tuberculosis.

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